I’d like to be able to write a lovely little blog post on the strategies I used to get through it all, but I’m still not even sure myself how I’m getting through it all. I genuinely can think of only one answer: Jesus. I truly do not know how anyone faces the world without Him because I promise you I would not be here if I didn’t have my Savior to rely on.
ReadIt took me a long time to figure out that change was a trigger for me, but knowing what it is that makes you feel anxious is a big part of learning how to work through it. The more I've learned about myself and the reasons behind my anxiety, the more I've realized that a lot of it is rooted in my sin nature and not giving things up to God.
ReadWhen I cancel plans because I’m “sick,” I’m not lying…but it’s probably not what you think.
ReadAnxiety and depression are something I will likely always struggle with. The fight is far from over, and I have my good days and my very bad days. But motherhood gave me two beautiful little reasons to fight every day and choose victory as much as I’m able, because if my own health and happiness isn’t reason enough, theirs absolutely is.
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